Fishing pressure is a potential threat to this species but it is not currently of concern (A. Reid, pers. comm.). Ocean acidification caused by increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is potentially a threat to all cuttlefish. Studies have shown that under high pCO2 concentrations, cuttlefishes actually lay down a denser cuttlebone which is likely to negatively affect buoyancy regulation (Gutowska et al. 2010).

No conservation measures are currently needed for this species and none are in place. Further research is recommended regarding population trends, distribution, life history traits and threats impacting this species.